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Cardiff to Lake train prices and times

Use Trip.com to buy tickets from Cardiff to Lake, starting from £94.80 and averaging £94.80. The entire journey takes no more than 4h 41m. If you want to get more discounts, consider purchasing split tickets. Additionally, buying in advance is also good choice.

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DepartsArrivesDurationOperator
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06:28
Cardiff Central
11:11
Lake
4h 43m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwayIsland Line
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07:27
Cardiff Central
12:27
Lake
5h 0m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwayIsland Line
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08:27
Cardiff Central
13:11
Lake
4h 44m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwayIsland Line
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09:28
Cardiff Central
14:27
Lake
4h 59m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwayIsland Line
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10:30
Cardiff Central
15:11
Lake
4h 41m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwayIsland Line
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11:30
Cardiff Central
16:27
Paris
4h 57m, No directGreat Western RailwaySouth Western RailwayIsland Line
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Cardiff to Lake train route details

First train
First train
06:28
Last train
Last train
21:20
Departure station
Departure station
Cardiff
Arrival station
Arrival station
Lake
Journey time
Journey time
4h 41m
Distance
Distance
106 miles
Price
Price
£94.80*
Train Operators
Train Operators
Island Line, Great Western Railway, South Western Railway

How to book cheap train tickets from Cardiff to Lake

Travelling in off-peak train times

Travelling in off-peak train times

Taking advantage of Off-Peak train tickets is another effective way to save on your train journey from Cardiff to Lake. These tickets are generally cheaper and can be used during quieter periods, typically outside of morning (06:30-09:30) and evening (16:00-19:00) rush hours on weekdays.
Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Using the Railcard for 1/3 off

Railcards offer discounts of up to 1/3 on most tickets. There are various types of Railcards catering to different types of travellers, such as the 16–25 Railcard, the Family & Friends Railcard, and the Senior Railcard. For more information on Railcards and how they can help you save, visit Railcards here.
Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Split Tickets to save an average extra 30%

Splitting tickets is a perfectly legal practice that involves purchasing separate, cheaper tickets for different segments of your journey on the same train instead of a single ticket for the entire trip. For example, if you are travelling from Cardiff to Lake, you might discover that buying a ticket from A to C, and then another ticket from C to B, is more economical than a direct ticket.
Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Book in advance to save an average of 61%

Advance Tickets are typically released up to 12 weeks before the travel date and can offer significant savings compared to tickets purchased closer to departure. By planning your trip from Cardiff to Lake ahead of time and booking your tickets early, you can potentially save up to 61% on your travel expenses.
Group travels to save 1/3

Group travels to save 1/3

If you are planning a trip with a group of three to nine people, take advantage of ⅓ off standard fares with group travel discounts, offered by many train companies, perfect for journeys with your family, friends, or colleagues.

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*After comparing the full year of 2023 for Split tickets and full-price tickets on Trip.com, the average savings rate for Split tickets is 30%.